Showroom Design Assistant

Showroom Design Assistant

Location: Houston, Texas (In-Person)

Schedule: Full-Time | Monday – Saturday

About Patio 1

Patio 1 is a premier outdoor furniture showroom and manufacturer based in Houston, Texas, with over 40 years of industry leadership. We specialize in designer-level, high-end outdoor furnishings known for exceptional quality, craftsmanship, and elevated design — delivered with speed and white-glove service.

Our mission is to transform our clients’ favorite room in the house — without walls.

Patio 1’s success comes from our promise of quality, customization, and speed:

• High-end showroom with curated displays and design consultation

• In-stock exclusive inventory from the leading brands in the industry

• 5-day turnaround on custom upholstery with 150 fabric options

• Professional white-glove delivery service

We operate in a professional, design-focused environment where organization, presentation, and attention to detail are essential.

Position Overview

The Showroom Design Assistant supports the Showroom Manager and Purchasing Manager in maintaining an exceptional showroom environment while assisting with daily operational and customer-facing responsibilities.

This role combines design, administrative coordination, and visual showroom management, ensuring that the showroom operates smoothly and maintains the high standards expected by Patio 1 clients and designers.

The ideal candidate is organized, proactive, detail-oriented, and comfortable interacting with customers in a luxury retail environment.

Key Responsibilities

Showroom Operations

• Maintain the organization, cleanliness, and visual presentation of the showroom

• Ensure furniture displays and merchandising follow showroom standards

• Support visual updates, seasonal display changes, and product tagging

Customer Experience

• Greet and welcome customers entering the showroom

• Answer phones and assist with general customer inquiries

• Provide basic product information and direct customers to sales consultants

Sales & Administrative Support

• Assist with creating quotes, invoices, and customer documentation

• Help schedule appointments and coordinate meetings for the showroom team, as well as events

• Support preparation of product information, pricing, and order details

Purchasing & Product Support

• Assist the Purchasing Manager with vendor communication and product coordination

• Support order tracking, documentation, and product information management

Operations & Logistics Support

• Assist with product deliveries, arrivals, and showroom placement

• Help coordinate logistics related to showroom operations and inventory

• Provide general administrative and operational support as needed

Qualifications

• Strong organizational and multitasking skills

• Professional communication and customer service abilities

• Comfortable working in a fast-paced retail environment

• Strong attention to detail and visual presentation

• Basic computer proficiency (email, documents, spreadsheets, CRM or POS systems)

• Ability to work collaboratively with sales, purchasing, and management teams

Preferred but not required:

• Experience in retail, furniture, interior design, or showroom environments

• Experience creating quotes or invoices in a POS or sales system

What We Offer

• Base Salary: $35,000 – $45,000 per year (depending on experience)

• Performance Bonuses & Commissions

• 401(k) Retirement Plan

• Paid Vacation & Sick Leave

• Paid Company Holidays

• Training & Career Growth Opportunities